TRiO Sponsored Workshops and Credit Courses
As a TRiO participant, you are required to participate in one TRiO-sponsored activity each quarter. Activities you can use to fulfill this requirement are the following credit courses and workshops. All workshops and credit courses are hosted in the TRiO offices (B233) unless otherwise noted. If you find a workshop or course of interest, feel free to come to it at the listed time.
Workshops
Preparing to Transfer, University Pre-Visit Meeting, Transfer Shock
October 17, 2011, 12:00-1:00pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
The first portion of this workshop will cover searching for schools, preparing for campus visits, questions to ask college officials, understanding transfer deadlines, writing a successful personal statement, applying for schools and financial aid.
The second portion will cover what to expect when you transfer to a 4 year college or university. Topics include, but are not limited to: the differences between a community college and university, adjusting to a larger academic environment, resources and more.
Transfer Visit I: University of Washington, Bothell
October 21, 2011, 11:30-3:00
Regardless if you are just begingging your college career or if you are a quarter away from graduation, visiting your perspective college campuses is very important. As admissions to many of the larger universities becomes more competitive, consider the University of Washington’s Bothell campus. With over 20 majors, it is a wonderful alternative. Travel with us to the their beautiful campus to vist their transfer fair on Friday, October 21, 2011 from 11:30-3:00pm. For more information, contact Ron Holland phone: 425-564-4162 or ron.holland@bellevuecollege.edu.
English Language Assistance Orientation
September 30, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
College level textbooks contain 16-percent of academic vocabulary that often makes classroom readings harder to comprehend, not to mention it may contribute to assigned readings taking that much longer to complete. By taking part in TRiO’s English Language Assistance Orientation, you are taking the first steps to becoming part of a program that provides tools and resources such as electronic reading pens (which reads vocabulary terms and provides a quick definition in a matter of seconds), electronic translators (which translates vocabulary to your native language), trained tutors that are able to break down key concepts, academic vocabulary center talk-times, advising, second language study tips, and language celebration events!
English Language Assistance Talk-Time & Celebration of Languages Potluck I
October 31, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
Regardless if English is your first language or not, come celebrate the various languages of TRiO together and come practice conversation with non-native English speakers! It is a wonderful time to get to know other TRiO participants and a wonderful time to enjoy food from around the world!
English Language Assistance Talk-Time & Celebration of Languages Potluck II
December 1, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, THe Fishbowl)
Regardless if English is your first language or not, come celebrate the various languages of TRiO together and come practice conversation with non-native English speakers! It is a wonderful time to get to know other TRiO participants and a wonderful time to enjoy food from around the world!
Credit Courses TRiO
HD 100 First Year Experience for TRiO Students (1 credit)
Monday/Tuesday September 12th & 13th, 8:30am-1:30pm
In the TRiO First Year Experience class, you learn about the college academic and social culture, explore its possibilities and learn the essential skills to be a successful college student. Topics include planning your schedule, career planning, choosing a major, educational planning and a campus tour. In addition, you meet faculty, staff, and other new students to BC—just like you!
HD 120 Learning Strategies for Student Success (2 credits)
Tuesday/Thursday 12:30 am – 1:20 pm
The purpose of this course is to ensure your success in college by helping you develop and implement effective learning skills and strategies. You will learn how to: manage time more efficiently; read textbooks with improved retention; take effective notes; prepare for and take tests; improve ability to recall information; prioritize and set goals; develop study guides; and overcome procrastination.
HD 196 Creating Success in College Life (2 credits)
Monday/Wednesday 11:30 am – 12:20 pm
The course subject is SUCCESS…what success is for you personally and how you can achieve it. In this class you will learn many proven strategies for creating greater academic, professional, and personal success.
Credit Courses and Workshops
TRiO Sponsored Workshops and Credit Courses
As a TRiO participant, you are required to participate in one TRiO-sponsored activity each quarter. Activities you can use to fulfill this requirement are the following credit courses and workshops. All workshops and credit courses are hosted in the TRiO offices (B233) unless otherwise noted. If you find a workshop or course of interest, feel free to come to it at the listed time.
Workshops
Preparing to Transfer, University Pre-Visit Meeting, Transfer Shock
October 17, 2011, 12:00-1:00pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
The first portion of this workshop will cover searching for schools, preparing for campus visits, questions to ask college officials, understanding transfer deadlines, writing a successful personal statement, applying for schools and financial aid.
The second portion will cover what to expect when you transfer to a 4 year college or university. Topics include, but are not limited to: the differences between a community college and university, adjusting to a larger academic environment, resources and more.
Transfer Visit I: University of Washington, Bothell
October 21, 2011, 11:30-3:00
Regardless if you are just begingging your college career or if you are a quarter away from graduation, visiting your perspective college campuses is very important. As admissions to many of the larger universities becomes more competitive, consider the University of Washington’s Bothell campus. With over 20 majors, it is a wonderful alternative. Travel with us to the their beautiful campus to vist their transfer fair on Friday, October 21, 2011 from 11:30-3:00pm. For more information, contact Ron Holland phone: 425-564-4162 or ron.holland@bellevuecollege.edu.
English Language Assistance Orientation
September 30, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
College level textbooks contain 16-percent of academic vocabulary that often makes classroom readings harder to comprehend, not to mention it may contribute to assigned readings taking that much longer to complete. By taking part in TRiO’s English Language Assistance Orientation, you are taking the first steps to becoming part of a program that provides tools and resources such as electronic reading pens (which reads vocabulary terms and provides a quick definition in a matter of seconds), electronic translators (which translates vocabulary to your native language), trained tutors that are able to break down key concepts, academic vocabulary center talk-times, advising, second language study tips, and language celebration events!
English Language Assistance Talk-Time & Celebration of Languages Potluck I
October 31, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
Regardless if English is your first language or not, come celebrate the various languages of TRiO together and come practice conversation with non-native English speakers! It is a wonderful time to get to know other TRiO participants and a wonderful time to enjoy food from around the world!
English Language Assistance Talk-Time & Celebration of Languages Potluck II
December 1, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, THe Fishbowl)
Regardless if English is your first language or not, come celebrate the various languages of TRiO together and come practice conversation with non-native English speakers! It is a wonderful time to get to know other TRiO participants and a wonderful time to enjoy food from around the world!
Credit Courses TRiO
HD 100 First Year Experience for TRiO Students (1 credit)
Monday/Tuesday September 12th & 13th, 8:30am-1:30pm
In the TRiO First Year Experience class, you learn about the college academic and social culture, explore its possibilities and learn the essential skills to be a successful college student. Topics include planning your schedule, career planning, choosing a major, educational planning and a campus tour. In addition, you meet faculty, staff, and other new students to BC—just like you!
HD 120 Learning Strategies for Student Success (2 credits)
Tuesday/Thursday 12:30 am – 1:20 pm
The purpose of this course is to ensure your success in college by helping you develop and implement effective learning skills and strategies. You will learn how to: manage time more efficiently; read textbooks with improved retention; take effective notes; prepare for and take tests; improve ability to recall information; prioritize and set goals; develop study guides; and overcome procrastination.
HD 196 Creating Success in College Life (2 credits)
Monday/Wednesday 11:30 am – 12:20 pm
The course subject is SUCCESS…what success is for you personally and how you can achieve it. In this class you will learn many proven strategies for creating greater academic, professional, and personal success.